Truck Paint Coating to Help Prevent AZ Pinstripe

[Hoss50]

I just got a newer truck that has paint in good shape. What are you using on your truck to help minimize the effects of AZ Pinstripe? I don't want to spend a ton of money on a ceramic, but does wax or things like that help give it some buffer to help minimize scratches? 

[oz31p]

Lol

[GreyGhost85]

You could get it wrapped. That’s about it

[PRDATR]

Harley your best bet is to get it ceramic coated but that still won't keep it from getting scratched. Mesquite branches are the worst. A good wax will help a bit. I usually get my truck detailed every 5 years or so but at 22 years old and 313K miles it has seen it's fair show of offroad.

[muledeerarea33?]

Zalatone with a light splatter and clear coat over the top.

[sjvcon]

Those are badges of honor......

[andyyy]

yeah, earn your stripes 👍

[Newbie2012]

It’s why all my trucks have been white. Not as noticeable.

[ctafoya]

First scratch is the only one that hurts. I made it about a year on my new truck before I pin stripped it. Wax it and a good detail will go a long ways. 

What color? 

[AZBIG10]

Get white. 

[arizonian]

Wax it right before your trip for the best protection will help some. I finally gave up on mine.

[desertmafia21]

Rhino line the whole exterior lol. Otherwise enjoy the scratches or buy a side by side.

[Non-Typical Solutions]

[muledeerarea33?]

58 minutes ago, Non-Typical Solutions said:

Haha!! Ran into a guy years ago in 28. He had his kids walking in front of him clipping branches.

[PRDATR]

1 hour ago, muledeerarea33? said:

Haha!! Ran into a guy years ago in 28. He had his kids walking in front of him clipping branches.

A battery operated sawzall works wonders.